December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace, Mr. Hattam.
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Chris Hattam, 52 years old, born on November 9, 1968, and passed away on December 15, 2020. We will remember him forever.
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December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Dear Mr Hattam,
I want to thank you for being the best tutor I could ever have during my first year at KGV. You were so funny and understanding and so much fun to talk to. It will never be the same without you. Rest in Peace.
I want to thank you for being the best tutor I could ever have during my first year at KGV. You were so funny and understanding and so much fun to talk to. It will never be the same without you. Rest in Peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Chris was incredibly kind and warm. He once said to me that if students left at the end of the day feeling happy about being at school then we were doing our job properly. Chris was a champion at making students, teachers and support staff feel happy about being at our school. His smile and his caring disposition helped you to remember what was important. Even if we didn't get chance to chat, there would be a wave and a smile. He was a great role model. I wish to send my sympathy to his family and loved ones at this most painful time.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
DEAR MR HATTAM (Attributed to the fact that you always typed in capitals on our meet chat),
Whether it was you teasing me for having typed three k's instead of 2, or you laughing when I told you the world record for corn eating, the effect of your positivity on me was, without a doubt, immeasurable. During a time where I felt overwhelmingly down, your uplifting spirits kept me going day by day.
Thank you for being yourself, as always.
Rest in peace.
Whether it was you teasing me for having typed three k's instead of 2, or you laughing when I told you the world record for corn eating, the effect of your positivity on me was, without a doubt, immeasurable. During a time where I felt overwhelmingly down, your uplifting spirits kept me going day by day.
Thank you for being yourself, as always.
Rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr Hattam taught me briefly throughout year 8. During the coronavirus and before it. You were always looking out for us and our well-being. You always called us sausages it was funny and it was warming. You inspired me a lot at my time in school. I’ll miss the times you call me sausage in dt thank you for my happiest academic year. -JL
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Dear Mr Hattam,
Thank you for being the kindest and most compassionate DT teacher I've ever had throughout my years at KGV. You always treated everyone with a lot of care, sincerity, and smiles that I'm sure will never be forgotten. It really was an honour to be your student. May you rest in peace and sending my condolences to your family.
Thank you for being the kindest and most compassionate DT teacher I've ever had throughout my years at KGV. You always treated everyone with a lot of care, sincerity, and smiles that I'm sure will never be forgotten. It really was an honour to be your student. May you rest in peace and sending my condolences to your family.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr.Hattam, you have been the best teacher ever and a very important person in my life. Though I do not see you very often, you make DT classes fun and interesting for every one of us. You are the one that provided us lots of care and you are the one that provided us, love. You always leave us a great big smile on our faces. It has been a pleasure to be your student and I have had great fun and experiences on our Journey. Thank you so much for the good times.
You will always be in my heart and we will always remember you.
I am looking forward to our next journey.
May you Fly High and Rest In Peace.
Arrivederci ~ Maurice
You will always be in my heart and we will always remember you.
I am looking forward to our next journey.
May you Fly High and Rest In Peace.
Arrivederci ~ Maurice
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace Mr. Hattam. I never had the honor of calling you my teacher, however during my few interactions with you, you always brought a smile to my face. My friends who have been taught by you made sure to make me jealous. KGV will always think of you with love and fond memories.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr. Hattam, though we don’t meet in person so far. I know that you are a very good and respectful teacher from my daughter and other comments. Life is an adventure and you have gone to the another end. I trust that you have left a lot good memories to those you taught. You have taught those students and they sure will carry forward what did they learn from you. You always live in their minds.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Christopher Hattam
You are in my heart and you are a good teacher who taught me about design & technology I will change the world and keep the past I going to mess you my dearest friend I hope I miss you I will remember you 4 the future.
Good bye my old friend
P. S. Your spirit is in my heart and don't worry and I will form the golden men's back together with Luxury ladies.
I will see you you in heaven
You are in my heart and you are a good teacher who taught me about design & technology I will change the world and keep the past I going to mess you my dearest friend I hope I miss you I will remember you 4 the future.
Good bye my old friend
P. S. Your spirit is in my heart and don't worry and I will form the golden men's back together with Luxury ladies.
I will see you you in heaven
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr. Hattam, you were the friendliest and such a fun teacher. It has been more than two years since you last taught me and yet you always cheerfully greeted me around school. Such an honour to be a peer mentor for your year 7 tutor group this year. I am forever grateful for those 20 minutes of every Thursday where I was surrounded by your positivity. Thank you for always making us feel so welcomed, being so easy to talk to, and letting us play with your boardgames even though we weren't actually part of your tutor group. We will (try to) make sure your y7 tutees finish their snacks and put on their masks before playing any games.
We miss you. Thank you, and rest in peace.
We miss you. Thank you, and rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Thank you Mr Hattam for being such a good and kind DT teacher, and for everything you have taught us. You have helped us achieve many things and also helped me a lot in DT. We will remember you and miss you.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr Hattam, you were an amazing teacher and a wonderful tutor who motivated my girls to give their best, I’m sure all the things you taught them will always be with them. Thank you so much for everything. You will truly be missed and forever remembered. May you rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace, Mr Hattam... Even though you have only taught me for 4 months I still know what an amazing person and teacher you are. You are one of the most kindest and caring person I have ever met. You cared about us more then the subject. Before year 7 I already heard so much about you. My brother even told me that if I have Mr Hattam as my teacher then I am a lucky person. This turned out to be very true.
You did so much for everyone and affected so many of our lives in a really positive way. Not only this but you even made DT the best subject for many of us. You even taught us so many things and gave us tips about life and how we can be better. You definitely made a difference in my life with you as my teacher. You, Mr. Hattam supported us every moment and was there for us when we needed you. You always made things fun for us and worked so hard into making us successful. You bought the joy to everything. You understood us in a way which no one else could. Before the online lesson started you asked us questions about our health and even gave us time to do somethings. You cared about our wellbeing more then anything. I won't forget those funny times and how you called us cute names. I won't forget how you thought from our perspective and changed your plans to make it fun for us. I won't forget how you taught us so well while driving (you definitely have talent). You will not be forgotten. I hope "you is chillin like a villain" ,
Thank you and goodbye.
Heer
You did so much for everyone and affected so many of our lives in a really positive way. Not only this but you even made DT the best subject for many of us. You even taught us so many things and gave us tips about life and how we can be better. You definitely made a difference in my life with you as my teacher. You, Mr. Hattam supported us every moment and was there for us when we needed you. You always made things fun for us and worked so hard into making us successful. You bought the joy to everything. You understood us in a way which no one else could. Before the online lesson started you asked us questions about our health and even gave us time to do somethings. You cared about our wellbeing more then anything. I won't forget those funny times and how you called us cute names. I won't forget how you thought from our perspective and changed your plans to make it fun for us. I won't forget how you taught us so well while driving (you definitely have talent). You will not be forgotten. I hope "you is chillin like a villain" ,
Thank you and goodbye.
Heer
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Still thinking about what really happened in this past week to my most loyal Year 13 Key Worker from 3 years ago in 2018 Mr. Hattam that this world & KGV School lost in the incident! He was part of the Learning Enhancement family at King George V School for years and before l even met him and I wish l would've had more time to thank him. Make sure to appreciate people while you have them. Thanks Mr. Hattam for everything you did for me. You are appreciated and missed. Thoughts and prayers are with your family & friends #PrayForHattamsFamily
I am committed to studying the hardest at education university. never settling for less than greatness! YOU TAUGHT ME THAT Mr. Hattam...
I am committed to studying the hardest at education university. never settling for less than greatness! YOU TAUGHT ME THAT Mr. Hattam...
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr.Hattam is great man with a loving family. I was happy joyful with him I could never ever do anything without his support. Now a days I feel very stuck because I don’t have mr.hattam to help me and support me. I miss him so much.
Mr. Christopher Hattam,
I writing this note for you.I hope received this notes because I know you will when your up in heaven. I really missed the way you laugh and I really miss the way you smile and the only way I can see you is in your photos. Remember that just because your gone doesn’t mean you are forgotten because we will always remember you in our hearts with love.
From your student in dt
Deekshaa Sreenuavasan
Loving in a warming memory
Mr. Christopher Hattam,
I writing this note for you.I hope received this notes because I know you will when your up in heaven. I really missed the way you laugh and I really miss the way you smile and the only way I can see you is in your photos. Remember that just because your gone doesn’t mean you are forgotten because we will always remember you in our hearts with love.
From your student in dt
Deekshaa Sreenuavasan
Loving in a warming memory
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace Mr Hattam
Your humor and positivity has made tutor and my year 7 experience way better. I remember all the fun things we did as a whole group in the past year such as the monthly munches, kahoots and bingos. During online, tutor was my favorite session because of your enthusiasm. Although Mr Hattam has never taught me in other classes, I know for sure that his positivity and kindness has made the staffs and his students much happier.
So I would like to say thank you for being a wonderful and dedicated teacher as well as the best tutor I could ever ask for .
May you rest in peace.
Your humor and positivity has made tutor and my year 7 experience way better. I remember all the fun things we did as a whole group in the past year such as the monthly munches, kahoots and bingos. During online, tutor was my favorite session because of your enthusiasm. Although Mr Hattam has never taught me in other classes, I know for sure that his positivity and kindness has made the staffs and his students much happier.
So I would like to say thank you for being a wonderful and dedicated teacher as well as the best tutor I could ever ask for .
May you rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in Peace Mr. Hattam and my best wishes to his family. ♡ Thank you for everything
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Since i’m in Year 7, Mr Hattam had only been my DT teacher for one term but in that time he would always be positive and make the online classes fun and exciting and something to look forward to. Whenever we would walk into the classroom in real life he would always bring joy to our class and always made us laugh. He gave us independence, courage and kindness. He would encourage us to be the best we could be and had a great sense of humour! Thank you for being an amazing teacher and for making online classes exciting! I will miss you and it will never be the same without you.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace Mr Hattam, thank you for being such a kind and caring teacher. You've always been so happy and cheerful during lessons, and I hope you rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Heartfelt condolences to the Hattam family. May Chris’s soul rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace Mr. Hattam, you will always be remembered as the dedicated and passionate teacher you were. You were an incredible and undoubtedly the most caring teacher I've ever met. You never failed to make me laugh and constantly encouraged me to give it my all. Thank you for being such a enthusiastic and motivated teacher as well as the best year 7 tutor I could ask for. May you rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
What a supportive, enthusiastic and bright person Mr Hattam was. My experience with him in PE lessons was always positive, and he was the easiest teacher to talk to. I am shocked about his death, and I will forever remember his vivid personality and cheerful energy.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
I want to thank Mr. Hattam for being an amazing Tutor to me last year, and a really great person overall. Mr. Hattam had spread so much kindness and funny jokes everywhere, to his Tutor; his students; and anyone he met. I will miss him very much and I hope he rests in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Chris, you are one of the best colleagues that I ever met. I still remember your smile n hugs . Thank you for your kindness.
Rest in peace.
Rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace, Mr Hattam. What an honor it has been to be one of your students - you were the best teacher one could get. You always made the classroom brighter with your kindness and compassion. I have often prided myself on being good with words, but I can't find the right ones to use in this situation. I just hope you are in a better place.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
RIP Mr Hattam, thank you for being the best teacher ever and being so nice and kind. You showed us around the school on the first day and called us weird names. Thanks for being so kind to everyone. Rest In Peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest In Peace Mr.Hattam,Although you've never been my teacher,I've heard great things about you and met you a few times too.Thanks for being extremely nice and helping me out with my first few days at school.R.I.P
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest in peace Mr Hattam.
Although I have not yet had the pleasure to be one of your students you were an incredibly nice teacher who encouraged me every time we met. Thank you for being an amazing, funny and nice teacher and may you rest in peace.
Although I have not yet had the pleasure to be one of your students you were an incredibly nice teacher who encouraged me every time we met. Thank you for being an amazing, funny and nice teacher and may you rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Rest easy Mr. Hattam and thank you for being an amazing teacher. Thank you for putting so much effort to teach and help us. It has been a pleasure to be one of your students and experience your pleasant and funny personality. May you rest in peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
The world is a lesser place without you Chris. You led by example, showing kindness to everyone you met and always going the extra mile for those who needed you. Whether it was helping with AYP, pedal kart or rugby at HKFC, you gave your time and energy in the service of your community and have touched so many lives.
My love and best wishes go to your family and your many friends around the world at the difficult time. Rest in peace x
My love and best wishes go to your family and your many friends around the world at the difficult time. Rest in peace x
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
It is with deep sorrow to announce that one of our treasured staff members, Mr. Chris Hattam, has passed away whilst cycling. Our love and heartfelt sympathy go out to his family.
Mr. Chris Hattam was an amazing teacher, an incredible role model and an inspiration to generations of staff and students at King George V School. We have lost one of the kindest, gentlest and most respected men, any of us ever had the privilege to serve alongside.
Chris made an outstanding contribution to the education of the children he taught and the young people he mentored. He always saw the best in every student and had a true passion for special needs children and education. He brought great joy and self-esteem to all that he connected with, inside the classroom and beyond. He championed the dreams and aspirations of so many students and was loved and respected by students, parents and staff alike. His irrepressible sense of humour and boundless positivity will be remembered by all.
KGV School
Mr. Chris Hattam was an amazing teacher, an incredible role model and an inspiration to generations of staff and students at King George V School. We have lost one of the kindest, gentlest and most respected men, any of us ever had the privilege to serve alongside.
Chris made an outstanding contribution to the education of the children he taught and the young people he mentored. He always saw the best in every student and had a true passion for special needs children and education. He brought great joy and self-esteem to all that he connected with, inside the classroom and beyond. He championed the dreams and aspirations of so many students and was loved and respected by students, parents and staff alike. His irrepressible sense of humour and boundless positivity will be remembered by all.
KGV School
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr. Hattam was an extremely positive teacher that always made my day. Best wishes to his family and thank you for all that you taught me this year.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
I have never met such a kind and passionate teacher with so much love for his work and his students. Mr Hattam, you have made such a huge impact on anyone you taught and it’s such an honour to have been one of your students. You will be missed dearly by all X. Thank you for always being so kind and compassionate towards everyone. Your classes always managed to make my day and KGV will never be the same without you. You will be sorely missed,
thinking of you always
Marnie x
thinking of you always
Marnie x
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Dear Mr. Hattam,
You were one of my teachers when I was at KGV. I remembered you were one of the first teachers I met as I was in the LSC. Once in year 7 when I was lost in the corridor, you approached me and asked if I was okay. You then walked with me all the way to the classroom.
You are an absolute legend and one of the best LSC teachers I ever had. In year 9, you were my key worker and had you for 1:1 learning support. You also helped me with my revision for maths and science tests and I did well, because of your help even though sometimes the revision was intense and I can get so unclear in things; you would motivate me to carry on until I get it right. And after tests, when you see me, you would ask me how it went. If I want to go over something with you, you may not be good at, you would still try and learn it yourself as well as helping me with my homework when it becomes urgent.
Also, sometimes for Rowell assemblies, I shared my own poems. You would even take time out of class to help practise one of my poem and helped tweaked in some bits of it. You would even help fix some of my friendship issues and misunderstandings.
Thank you so much for your support. You were such a funny, great and wonderful teacher and a treasure to the LSC, sports, DT etc at KGV. You will never be forgotten and will be in everyone’s hearts. You have at least moved to a better place.
May you rest in peace, Mr Hattam and thank you for everything
- Nichola Sun (KGV Alumni)
You were one of my teachers when I was at KGV. I remembered you were one of the first teachers I met as I was in the LSC. Once in year 7 when I was lost in the corridor, you approached me and asked if I was okay. You then walked with me all the way to the classroom.
You are an absolute legend and one of the best LSC teachers I ever had. In year 9, you were my key worker and had you for 1:1 learning support. You also helped me with my revision for maths and science tests and I did well, because of your help even though sometimes the revision was intense and I can get so unclear in things; you would motivate me to carry on until I get it right. And after tests, when you see me, you would ask me how it went. If I want to go over something with you, you may not be good at, you would still try and learn it yourself as well as helping me with my homework when it becomes urgent.
Also, sometimes for Rowell assemblies, I shared my own poems. You would even take time out of class to help practise one of my poem and helped tweaked in some bits of it. You would even help fix some of my friendship issues and misunderstandings.
Thank you so much for your support. You were such a funny, great and wonderful teacher and a treasure to the LSC, sports, DT etc at KGV. You will never be forgotten and will be in everyone’s hearts. You have at least moved to a better place.
May you rest in peace, Mr Hattam and thank you for everything
- Nichola Sun (KGV Alumni)
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
Mr hattam, you were one of the most compassionate, kind and understanding teachers I’ve ever had. I will never forget the kindness and positivity you brought with you everywhere you went. You always made our days better by being the joyful, fun person you were. Rest In Peace.
December 19, 2020
December 19, 2020
From my daughter I know how kind and wonderful you are! Thanks for everything!
You inspired me to determine the way in contributing to Sen when I feel stuck to move on. I definitely believe that your kindness will guide you to settle well in the heaven place and be the guardian star to your family and all your beloved ones. I believe you are watching over.........
OmaniPadmeHum Mr Hattam
You inspired me to determine the way in contributing to Sen when I feel stuck to move on. I definitely believe that your kindness will guide you to settle well in the heaven place and be the guardian star to your family and all your beloved ones. I believe you are watching over.........
OmaniPadmeHum Mr Hattam
December 18, 2020
December 18, 2020
It is hard to write these words. KGV will seem an emptier place without you. You were one of those people who light up a room – unfailingly cheerful, generous, and kind. You left a mark on my family, as you have on so many lives. The home we live in was made possible by the interior designer you recommended. You were my son’s form tutor for four years, and made every day a little bit better by knowing, as Julian puts it, exactly what to say. Parent meetings with you were always so reassuring. You always saw the best in everyone. We will miss you enormously. What is not given is lost, so you gave of yourself every day, and we are all better for it.
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March 1, 2021
March 1, 2021
Although we left Hong Kong over 3 years ago Chris left a mark on me that will never be forgotten. Chris was quite simply one of the most genuine and generous people who was always willing to put his hand up to help out .
- I coached mini Rugby with Chris at HKFC and it was always Chris who had the time to coach but also to take responsibility for kit ordering / refereeing or helping with team organisation .
- I helped out at school functions but it was always Chris who would be there to set up / clear up and ensure everyone felt included.
In Chris we have lost a shining example of authenticity and selflessness. Chris had many strengths but I will always remember the energy and passion he had to help and include others .
Sending love and condolences to Helen and the family. Chris has sadly left us but he and the example he set will never be forgotten .
Neil, Heather, Oliver and Ben
- I coached mini Rugby with Chris at HKFC and it was always Chris who had the time to coach but also to take responsibility for kit ordering / refereeing or helping with team organisation .
- I helped out at school functions but it was always Chris who would be there to set up / clear up and ensure everyone felt included.
In Chris we have lost a shining example of authenticity and selflessness. Chris had many strengths but I will always remember the energy and passion he had to help and include others .
Sending love and condolences to Helen and the family. Chris has sadly left us but he and the example he set will never be forgotten .
Neil, Heather, Oliver and Ben
February 4, 2021
February 4, 2021
One thing I've been mulling over trying whilst trying to write something here is the probability of ever crossing paths with another person and just how truly lucky anyone who had the fortune to know and spend time with Chris was. He made everyone feel like they were his best friend and to steal someone else's words 'it was his superpower'. Your day was always better having spent any time at all with Chris and I count myself as immensely lucky to have known him. Even the most mundane things were better if they involved Chris.
I'll miss silly things like bumping into Chris at lunchtime as he tries to make fried rice taste better by adding as much chilli sauce as he can find or just talking about football and life.
His example as a husband and father is one for those in a similar position to emulate.
My deepest sympathies to Helen and the kids. You are in our hearts.x
I'll miss silly things like bumping into Chris at lunchtime as he tries to make fried rice taste better by adding as much chilli sauce as he can find or just talking about football and life.
His example as a husband and father is one for those in a similar position to emulate.
My deepest sympathies to Helen and the kids. You are in our hearts.x
January 25, 2021
January 25, 2021
From attending the beautiful and moving service at St. Anne's on Saturday and reading many of the tributes on here, I can tell that Chris touched the lives of everyone that knew him.
Chris was always in a jovial mood when we would cross paths at our apartment complex in Stanley where his family and mine are neighbors. He would greet us with a warm hello and genuinely seem happy to run into you.
We'll miss waving at Chris from the kids' school bus stop in the mornings when he'd drive by in his SUV on his way to work each day. We'll miss seeing Chris as a regular fixture at the pool on spring and summer weekends.
My heart breaks for Helen and his children, and my sincere condolences to his entire family. I don't understand why he is gone so soon and so suddenly.
Chris was always in a jovial mood when we would cross paths at our apartment complex in Stanley where his family and mine are neighbors. He would greet us with a warm hello and genuinely seem happy to run into you.
We'll miss waving at Chris from the kids' school bus stop in the mornings when he'd drive by in his SUV on his way to work each day. We'll miss seeing Chris as a regular fixture at the pool on spring and summer weekends.
My heart breaks for Helen and his children, and my sincere condolences to his entire family. I don't understand why he is gone so soon and so suddenly.
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Explaining Rugby to Suzanne during a birthday celebration at the China Club, Hong Kong 2009
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January 2, 2021
by Jony Hudson
One of my strongest memories of Chris was when I was about 6 or 7, and my brother would have been about 3 or 4. Chris would have been 14 or so. We were visiting Auntie Dot and Uncle Harry one afternoon up in Birtley. All the kids were out back on the patch of grass behind the houses while the mums and dads were doing the stuff that always seemed really boring to you when you were a kid, like drinking tea and chatting. I remember Chris had set up a jump made of some planks and bricks and was lining up the little kids - including me and my brother - behind the jump to jump over them on his BMX :-) I still remember lying there as Auntie Dot came screaming out of the back of the house like a Banshee yelling "No, Christopher, No!".
I see the adult Chris' enthusiasm and confidence in that young kid lining us up to be jumped over, without a care in the world. And I wasn't scared one bit ... I know he would have made it :-)
I see the adult Chris' enthusiasm and confidence in that young kid lining us up to be jumped over, without a care in the world. And I wasn't scared one bit ... I know he would have made it :-)
George Mitchell
December 29, 2020
I ha dthe great pleasure to admit Chris to the university and enjoyed my on going contact with him. I also has links with his extended family which I valued! Chris will missed dearly by all who knew or met him!
December 27, 2020
by Jake DeWitt
I met Chris last year during the KGV service learning trip in Thailand. Managing these programs for students, I've met and worked with hundreds of teachers from international schools around the world. Chris stands out and left a lasting impression on me in our week spent together.
He immediately became passionate about a home that we were building for a local family in a rural village. He wanted the job done right and rather than rotate around to other activities he spent nearly the entire week at that one project, supporting students to lay brick and pour the foundation. We reached a point where the students couldn't build the walls any higher, meaning local engineers would need to step in to complete the job. Chris wouldn't have it. He found his way to a hardware store with one of our staff and constructed scaffolding for students to continue working. He was so proud of the kids and the progress they made on the home that week. His heart for service and drive to simply make things happen will remain unparalleled in my eyes.
Chris's life was so much more than I can understand from our short time spent together, but the impact he had on myself (and I believe many others that week) was massive. I get the impression that this was just his nature. For those who were closest to him, I am deeply sorry for this loss. His positivity, kindness, work ethic, warmth, and empathy will live on in each of his students, colleagues, friends, and acquaintances like myself.
I won't forget you Chris.
-Jake
He immediately became passionate about a home that we were building for a local family in a rural village. He wanted the job done right and rather than rotate around to other activities he spent nearly the entire week at that one project, supporting students to lay brick and pour the foundation. We reached a point where the students couldn't build the walls any higher, meaning local engineers would need to step in to complete the job. Chris wouldn't have it. He found his way to a hardware store with one of our staff and constructed scaffolding for students to continue working. He was so proud of the kids and the progress they made on the home that week. His heart for service and drive to simply make things happen will remain unparalleled in my eyes.
Chris's life was so much more than I can understand from our short time spent together, but the impact he had on myself (and I believe many others that week) was massive. I get the impression that this was just his nature. For those who were closest to him, I am deeply sorry for this loss. His positivity, kindness, work ethic, warmth, and empathy will live on in each of his students, colleagues, friends, and acquaintances like myself.
I won't forget you Chris.
-Jake